Lyon Braces for Hot Weather Spell
Following a stormy start to June, Lyon and its surrounding areas are preparing for a period of hot weather. Temperatures have already risen above the seasonal average since Saturday, with the hottest day so far reaching 35.4 ° C.
“We are going to gain strength in the coming days,until we reach the maximum Tuesday June 24,” explains Météo France. “We will have a great sun at least until next Wednesday or Thursday. Minimum temperatures will exceed 20 ° C on Sunday, ” the forecaster added.
A Rare, But Not Unprecedented Event
The temperature has already exceeded 30 ° C for five days last week. Starting this Tuesday,June 17,that mark will be surpassed again for at least two weeks. The peak is expected on Tuesday June 24, with temperatures between 34 and 35 ° C.”The normal for a month of June are 15 ° C for the minimum and 25.6 ° C for the maximums,” adds Météo France.
“The normal for a month of June are 15 ° C for the minimum and 25.6 ° C for the maximums,”
No Heatwave Expected
While the temperatures will be high, a heatwave is not anticipated. “you have to make surveys over three days with the temperatures of the night too. With these statements, you have to see if they exceed a certain threshold, ” explains Météo France. While not classified as a heatwave, the temperatures are expected to be considerably above average for June.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is considered a heatwave?
- A heatwave is a period of unusually hot weather lasting several days,often defined by exceeding specific temperature thresholds for a certain duration [1].
- How common are periods of high heat in Lyon during June?
- While not unprecedented, extended periods of temperatures exceeding 35°C are relatively rare in Lyon during June.
- What temperatures are considered normal for June in Lyon?
- The average minimum temperature for June is 15°C, and the average maximum is 25.6°C, according to Météo France.
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